Seronegative Arthritis as a Complication of Whipple's Disease.

Authors

Rebecca DeBoer DO, Lehigh Valley Health NetworkFollow
Sahani Jayatilaka
Anthony Donato

Publication/Presentation Date

1-1-2021

Abstract

Whipple's disease (WD) is an uncommon cause of seronegative arthritis. WD is known for its gastrointestinal symptoms of diarrhea, weight loss, and abdominal pain. However, arthritis may precede gastrointestinal symptoms by 6 to 7 years. We describe a case of an 85-year-old Caucasian male with multiple joint complaints, not responsive to traditional treatments for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. We suggest that WD be considered for seronegative arthritis especially affecting large joints.

Volume

14

First Page

11795476211017717

Last Page

11795476211017717

ISSN

1179-5476

Published In/Presented At

DeBoer, R., Jayatilaka, S., & Donato, A. (2021). Seronegative Arthritis as a Complication of Whipple's Disease. Clinical medicine insights. Case reports, 14, 11795476211017717. https://doi.org/10.1177/11795476211017717

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

34045913

Department(s)

Department of Medicine, Department of Medicine Fellows and Residents, Fellows and Residents

Document Type

Article